"Life is a banquet, and some poor suckers are starving."
- Auntie Mame
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Greetings!
Don't miss the many opportunities to find
Joy
(the topic of this issues values' blog) on Main Street this
Thursday May 2nd
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- Beer & Business Happy Hour (5-6pm - Free) @ WORK_SPACE with Berkshire Brewing, Lucky Taco & The CT Gay & Lesbian Chamber.
- Dos de Mayo Celebration with a Karaoke Style Piano Lounge with Justin Vendette and Taco Bar catered by Lucky Taco (6:30-8:30p - includes entertainment, light buffet and 1 mocktail for $10)
- Imagine Main Street youth-focused festivities at the Army & Navy Club.
And...through all of May we are offering 50% off day-passes so spend the day (10a-4p) in our collaborative commons for only $10.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
The WORK_SPACE Team
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We welcome first time visitors
to join us for free on a weekday from 10a-4p to experience our collaborative community for yourselves.
Returnees enjoy 50% off Day Passes
in May
(normally $20 per day).
Call us for more details...860.647.6029.
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MAY 2nd - 1 NIGHT - TWO GREAT EVENTS
BEER & BUSINESS followed by Dos De Mayo Piano Lounge with entertainer Justin Vendette, a light buffet from Lucky Taco, and support from the CT Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.
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TOPIC: Diseases of the body garner sympathy, except those of the brain. Why is that? With dazzling energy and humor, comedian Ruby Wax, diagnosed with clinical depression, urges us to put an end to the stigma of mental illness.
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Bring your lunch and business cards, WORK_SPACE provides beverages and dessert. This event is co-sponsored by
Mental Health Connecticut
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May 6th - 9th from 12:00 pm-1:15pm
$10 per program or $30 for all 4
MONDAY - 5.6.19
TUESDAY - 5.7.19
WEDNESDAY - 5.8.19
The Cyber Mafia and You -
Led by:
Andrew Tyler & Brian Mulligan of Kelser Corp.
(Click to register)
THURSDAY - 5.9.19
Beyond Social Media: Tips & Tools for Optimizing your Online Presence
Led by:
A panel of WORK_SPACE members specializing in digital marketing including
- Allison Butler, Animator & Video Editor
- Phil Ly, President of I DO STREAM
- Emma Petersen, WORK_SPACE Associate
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Made possible through collaborative partnerships between:
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The Entrepreneurs' Alphabet of Values
by Stacey Zackin, WORK_SPACE Manager
J is for JOY
What comes to mind when you contemplate joy? Do you reflect upon personal moments where you experienced great delight? Do you fantasize about specific milestone events that are still yet to come? Are you reminded of a time when you were stopped in your tracks by a beautiful landscape, when captivated by a work of art, or tickled by a child’s laughter? ...
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Exhibit extends through May 24th in
The Main Gallery
@ WORK_SPACE Public Viewing Hours: M-F 10am-4pm
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- a visualization exercise
- a psychological analysis of imagery
- all art materials
- light refreshments
Stacey Zackin, the Manager of WORK_SPACE, has blended her degrees in psychology, work in the creative arts, and experience facilitating personal and professional development courses for UConn, Webster Bank and the Entrepreneurial Bootcamp for Veterans to create this fun, meaningful and interactive workshop.
Join us!
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to WORK_SPACE member Christiane O'Brien, honorable mention in the judged category of
Entrepreneur of the Year: Social Good.
Read full press release
here
, read more about Chris below.
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Featured WORK_SPACE Member
Christiane O'Brien
is an artist, designer, curator, photographer, and internal landscaper. Her primary studio is at WORK_SPACE where she is both a member and curator. In addition, she coordinates the art exhibits for
Gallery 153
and the vendors and entertainment for
Spruce Street Market Nights
at Manchester's Office of Neighborhood and Families. In addition to creating her own art in a variety of mediums, Christiane is passionate about showcasing the talents of other artists, both established such as Hans Weiss (pictured with Chris above) or those just starting to share their work with the world. See samples of her work
here
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To submit your work for consideration for future showcases, email images
here
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WORK_SPACE will be open from 10a-2p
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This exhibit which will have it's opening reception on 5/31 @ 5:30pm is part of Michelle's masters' thesis for art education.
She will be on-site June 8th leading hands-on mask making tutorials from 10a-2p.
"Images of empowerment help shift our minds towards celebration and unity." - Michelle Thomas
Utilizing their imagination and the mixed-media supplies provided, participants will create personalized masks that represent their unique identity and express their individual perspective without judgment or flaw.
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* * * CALL FOR ARTISTS * * *
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WORK_SPACE is home to three distinct art spaces and accepts art submissions on a rolling basis. We also seek out artwork for themed shows, suc
h as the two below. Email us with "Art Inquiry" as the subject via
info@workspacemanchester.com
with links to or attachments of your work.
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@ WORK_SPACE
Thurs. Dec. 5 - Sat. Dec. 7
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* * * SEEKING MURAL ARTISTS * * *
The Town of Manchester is seeking proposals for mural projects to be installed downtown to beautify, enhance and engage.
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Junior Achievement is seeking volunteers to lead 1/2 day business workshops to 7th and 8th graders.
JA provides the materials and the training;
all you have to do is to provide your time!
Friday, May 17th - ILLING JR HS
Volunteers on other dates at other locations are also needed.
Please call or e-mail John Ross
"The training JA provided volunteers was interesting and the kids were really interested. It was a great way to share my experience with the next generation." - 2018 Volunteer
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Need an affordable, flexible and hospitable space to meet, host an event or conduct a photo shoot?
WORK_SPACE's
6 meeting spaces include digital displays, white boards, free WiFi and parking.
We even have a space set-up with a photographer's backdrop and lighting kit available for rent.
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WORK_SPACE
903 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
860.647.6029
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